Thursday morning, incumbent Rochester Mayor Malik Evans welcomed the endorsement of long-time partner in government, Assemblymember Harry Bronson, ahead of the Democratic Primary election on June 24.

ROC the Block, a series of four job fairs in the style of a community block party, kicks off on Wednesday.

“I welcome the support of County Executive Bello for myself and the Team for Rochester," Evans said in a statement.

A special edition of Market Days at the International Plaza was held in honor of Father’s Day on Sunday.

A deadline is looming for a landlord in the city of Rochester. The city is suing Tal Levi and his five companies saying he has systematically and flagrantly ignored serious code violations at 13 properties he owns.

Mayor Malik D. Evans announces the city’s first dedicated pickleball courts at Maplewood Park are now open.

Getting closer to summer means the kickoff of recreation programs in Rochester. Mayor Malik Evans announced Thursday that summer programs at city R-centers are set to begin June 30.

Diaz, a 2008 graduate of Franklin High School in the city of Rochester, is the owner and creative spirit behind CakeLani LLC. A one-person show, her decadent creations are the centerpiece at a wide variety of occasions.

Twelve Rochester middle school students were honored Wednesday at the Hall of Justice for their winning essays in the seventh annual J.U.S.T. L.A.W. awards ceremony, celebrating youth perspectives on the theme “What Justice Means to Me.”

Balloons, candles, and toys now line the span of the bridge. News 8’s Natalie Kucko spoke to community members there, who are continuing to show their support for the family.

The City of Rochester Public Market is collaborating with the Great New York State Flea to bring new “Sunday Funday” events.

Schumer’s office said that renovating the more than 850 homes has boosted property values in impacted neighborhoods by an average of $15,000 while creating $33.5 million in work for local contractors.

The Rochester Summer Soul Music Festival is coming back for its 30th year!

It was a beautiful day for the beach and even a perfect day to kick off the annual “Concerts by the Shore” series!

Rochester’s water main system, known as the Holly system, is more than 150 years old and remains one of only two such systems in the United States.

The city of Rochester is setting out to have modular homes built on city-owned lots, as part of an effort to create new affordable housing options.

Mayor Malik Evans and Monroe County leaders joined members of the Caribbean-American community at Rochester City Hall to proclaim June as Caribbean Heritage Month.

This weekend on "In Focus," it's our fourth show profiling the Democratic mayoral candidates around the state.

A Gun Sense Voter is someone who is committed to voting with gun safety in mind and is a part of the grassroots movement focused on ending gun violence. And this all starts with supporting candidates who will advocate for gun safety at every level of government.

Mayor Malik Evans joined several U.S. and Canadian mayors of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence initiatives Wednesday morning to raise awareness of the possible long-term economic impacts of 25% across-the-board U.S. tariffs.

The Lucky Flea, a popular flea market in downtown Rochester, kicked off its season on Sunday, marking a significant milestone as it celebrates five years of operation.

The International Plaza on North Clinton Avenue celebrated Motown with a tribute to some of the genre’s greatest artists. The event featured music from The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, and many more.

Rochester In Focus interviews Mayor Evans to discuss his accomplishments during his first term, the current state of the city, and his vision for the future.

When Victor Saunders passed earlier this month, Rochester Mayor Malik Evans released a statement the next day calling the Advisor on Violence Prevention and long-time youth intervention specialist a committed public servant.

Loved ones and a grateful city are saying their final goodbyes to a longtime advocate for peace and a visionary in violence prevention in Rochester.

We’re celebrating 200 years of the Erie Canal. It’s the reason we’re here. It made Rochester the first American boom town, and it gave us the city’s first nickname: The Flour City.

The City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St., today announces eight consecutive days of Market event and shopping opportunities surrounding Memorial Day Weekend. From Thursday, May 22 through Thursday, May 29.

New steps to help Rochester reconnect with the Genesee River and its roots.

Officials announced earlier this week that the city of Rochester has secured $59.6 million in state funding for renovations to the Rochester Riverside Convention Center — the largest investment in the facility’s 40-year history.

A national investigation by Digital Citizens Alliance, a consumer advocacy group that focuses on internet safety, has highlighted a growing crisis in the housing market, pointing to big investors as a significant factor in the lack of affordable housing. Renters and potential homebuyers in Rochester have expressed frustration with the situation.

Local artists shared their creative talents, and attendees enjoyed food and live music. Organizers emphasized the importance of celebrating civil rights activists like Malcolm X and his impact on the community.

Bands on the Bricks will return to the City of Rochester Public Market on Friday, July 11th. The live music series will kick off with a Latin Night.

The City of Rochester International Plaza, a vibrant community marketplace at 828 N. Clinton Avenue, will kick-off its 2025 season with a festive Opening Day and Cinco de Mayo celebration featuring music, food, performances, and community pride from 12 to 5 p.m. Sunday, May 4.

Mayor Malik Evans announced on April 30 that open houses for three, newly built Buy the Block homes will take place this weekend.

More than 2,500 volunteers gathered at Innovative Field to take part in this year’s Clean Sweep initiative Saturday.

Mayor Malik Evans kicked off the 2025 Clean Sweep at Innovative Field on Saturday morning, undeterred by the rain.

The City of Rochester held a free class on Thursday night to help people prepare in case of an emergency, like a natural disaster or house fire.

An out-of-state property owner known for habitually ignoring orders to alleviate serious code violations has drawn the ire of the city of Rochester’s law department.

Mayor Malik Evans said the city must fight for truth in the face of "manufactured chaos."

Former acting Immigrations and Customs Enforcement director and President Trump’s "border czar," Tom Homan, visited Rochester on April 29, and city officials are responding to his visit.

People gathered at Genesee Valley Park in Rochester Friday to plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day. Local officials distributed free white oak and river birch saplings, encouraging residents to plant their own trees.

Your next furry companion won’t cost as much if you adopt this weekend.

The City of Rochester, in partnership with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and other outdoor organizations, will host the third annual Cobbs Hill Learn-to-Fish Event on Saturday, April 26.

Mayor Evans joined with over 40 mayors across the country, filing an amicus brief in federal district court in Boston to stop the Trump Administration’s drastic and illegal cuts to federal research funding and immediate job losses in cities nationwide.

Members of the Frederick Douglass R-Center Rhythm Robotics are celebrating after taking home a first-place prize in a regional competition.

Lamarie Felton thinks about the lights, the “countless dots,” one for every child killed in the Holocaust. The 16-year-old from Rochester, NY, saw the moving and memorable display in an exhibit at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC. It’s an experience, Felton says, that she “will carry with me for a lifetime.”

Nearly 900 athletes and coaches gathered at the Riverside Convention Center Friday night to celebrate the 2025 Special Olympics New York Winter Games opening ceremony!

For the first time, Rochester and Monroe County teamed up to organize the ROC Black-Owned Business Expo. It hosted roughly 70 local BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) owned businesses Thursday afternoon.

Rochester unveils 'ACTION Team' to handle 'low-risk' 911 calls

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park is reaching the end of renovations that have taken nearly 23 years to implement.

Mayor Malik Evans announced Wednesday that the city of Rochester will begin building a community responder team, the ACTION Team. The first phase is set to roll out in September 2025.

In order to ensure ample internship opportunities exist for interested area youth, officials from the city of Rochester and Monroe County are asking businesses to participate in the Summer of Opportunity Program (SOOP) and the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP).

Given the inclement weather forecast, many folks in the Rochester area can expect a blanket of snow to cover their front lawns, walkways and sidewalks. If not tended to, this could pose a dangerous situation for those who walk during the winter months.

Nurse Navigation System could be coming to Buffalo

Close to six dozen BIPOC-owned (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) businesses will be featured on Feb. 20 during a continuing celebration of Black History Month at the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County.

The City of Rochester is striving for a bold goal: Zero pedestrian crashes and deaths. Mayor Malik Evans discussed this ambitious Vision Zero initiative at the Central Library downtown, highlighting the city’s commitment to eliminating fatalities on the streets.

The City of Rochester continued its celebration of Black heritage with a special concert featuring the Strings of Success ensemble.

A Rochester student robotics team is making waves with an after-school project. The Douglass R-Center’s “Rhythm Robotics” team recently clinched first place in a district-wide championship.

With what has seemed like a relentless stretch of snowy and cold weather, Rochester Mayor Malik Evans emphasized some safety tips during a stop Tuesday at the city’s operations center on Mount Read Boulevard.

If you call 911 and you’re not really in a life or death situation, you may be asked if you’d be willing to speak with a nurse navigator instead of automatically being sent an ambulance.

Mayor Malik Evans joins us to discuss how he sees the actions of the new Trump administration.

This Wednesday, the Rochester Beacon is presenting a forum on the city of Rochester’s “Vision Zero” rollout. You may already know that the “Zero” in the title refers to deaths and serious injuries on Rochester’s streets.

In 2024, New York state officials reported gun violence in New York declined to the lowest level on record.

In 2024, New York state officials reported gun violence in New York declined to the lowest level on record.

Five amateur boxers from Rochester showcased their skills at the 2024 USA National Championships in Virginia. Their dedication and success have earned them prestigious rankings in both New York state and across the country.

Rochester Animal Services hosted a town hall meeting Wednesday to provide the public with an update from its new leadership.

JoDee Kenney sat down with Rochester Mayor Malik Evans, who reflected on the opportunity to continue in the footsteps of those who came before him. That includes, Mayor Evans said, setting an example for the younger generation and working to engage and mentor students to become involved in public service. Evans said his goal is to bring people together in Rochester to leave the city better than he found it when he took office in 2022.

Rochester Mayor Malik Evans announced his intention to seek re-election Friday.

Work is now underway on major upgrades to the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center.

Violent crime in the city of Rochester continued a decline in 2024, returning to numbers comparable to the pre-pandemic era.

Like most kids his age, 16-year-old Victor Quintana spends his free time with a game controller in his hand. But he’s not playing at home. Instead, Quintana spends hours at the Central Library in Rochester.

To celebrate the second full day of Hanukkah a Menorah lighting ceremony was held in Rochester City Hall’s atrium Friday.

The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and New York Homes and Community Renewal have announced construction has begun on True North Apartments, a 70-unit affordable and supportive housing development and wellness clinic on Rochester’s northeast side.

The City of Rochester has unveiled its final design for a new playground at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park on Court Street.

The City of Rochester has reactivated its “Book Mobile,” aiming to bring library services directly to residents without easy access to traditional libraries.

Rochester city leaders celebrated the launch of a program called “RPL Go!” Monday.

Mayor Malik D. Evans was joined by Rochester City Councilmembers and project partners to open the application period for the second round of homes for the City’s “Buy the Block – Greenlining for a Better Rochester” program. The City of Rochester initiative is designed to strengthen city neighborhoods and create generational wealth for residents by increasing homeownership.

The City of Rochester released the final design of the ROC City Skatepark in Phase 2 of its development.

Rochester Mayor Malik Evans and other city leaders met students Friday, re-focusing on youth mental health with the goal of equipping young adults with the tools they need for positive growth and development.

Access to one of the best views in the city is available once again after more than a year.

The opioid epidemic has drastically changed many lives and the community as a whole in recent years.

The number of people shot in Rochester in a year span has dropped below 200 for the first time in four years, according to the Rochester Police Department.

With Walgreens shuttering several of its stores in the city of Rochester, local health care systems are trying to fill the gap.

Rochester recognized for outreach in creating Urban Forest Master

According to new data from the state Division of Criminal Justice Services, violent gun crime is down in virtually every city across upstate New York.

Rochester receives $23.7M in federal funding to enhance bike, pedestrian safety

Rochester city officials and mental health advocates are calling on parents and caregivers to build deeper connections with their children this school year.

A new outreach program aimed at preventing violence is rolling out in some Rochester city schools this year.

A three-year decline in shootings in the city of Rochester mirrors an overall downturn in violent crime that might run counter to perceptions.

The City’s Summer of Opportunity Program — SOOP for short — is almost over for the year. News 8’s Oran Spitzer checked in to see how things are going.